Can I use medicine for vulvar itching during breastfeeding?

Vulvar itching troubles thousands of women with vaginal diseases. Due to the special sensitivity of the location, many people are unwilling to take the initiative to seek treatment. The itchy area cannot be scratched with hands, so the condition will gradually worsen. Vulvar itching must not be ignored and should be treated with medication in time. However, breastfeeding women cannot take medication casually for the health of their babies. What should I do in this situation?

Vulvar itching during lactation is usually caused by vaginal inflammation, which can be treated with vaginal medication and usually does not affect the quality of breast milk, so it does not have much impact on the baby.

Some women have poor physical condition and low immunity during breastfeeding. In addition, if there are problems with cleanliness and hygiene, it is easy for pathogens to invade and cause vaginal inflammation.

1. Once you find vulvar itching, you can go to the hospital to check the routine leucorrhea and do some other gynecological examinations. If it is confirmed to be vaginitis, you should apply vaginal medicine in time.

2. Pay attention to the cleanliness of the vulva at ordinary times.

Vulvar itching during lactation can be treated with medication, but first you need to understand what causes the vulvar itching, check the routine leucorrhea, or have a gynecological examination. You can apply povidone iodine solution to the affected area. You can also put Weiyinkang in the vagina for treatment. Usually, you should pay attention to the hygiene of your vulva, avoid wearing tight clothes, and avoid eating spicy food.

Women who experience vulvar itching during breastfeeding can take medication. During the breastfeeding period, women have to take care of the baby and feed the baby, so they are more tired. If the vulva becomes itchy, it will affect the normal rest of women and may affect the normal milk secretion of women. When vulvar itching occurs, the most likely cause is female vaginal inflammation. Afterwards, a gynecological examination and routine leucorrhea tests should be performed to determine the type of vaginitis. Treatment can be carried out by applying medication vaginally. Vaginal medication is absorbed locally and acts locally. Only a small amount is absorbed into the body, and even less enters breast milk. It generally does not affect normal breastfeeding.